Leadership Development
Associate Attrition
Business Development
According to the NALP Foundation’s 2022 Update on Associate Attrition, overall attrition rates have declined in recent years; however, departures taking place within the first five years of an associates’ employment grew to an “all time high” of 82%, driven by a “surge” to 72% of associate departures taking place by their fourth year at a firm.
The the costs of attorney recruiting and attrition are taking an ever-increasing toll on each firm’s bottom line.
Studies estimate that each departure can cost law firms anywhere from $200,000 to $500,000 per attorney and turn over costs the legal industry roughly $9.1 billion annually in just the 400 largest firms in the United States.
Take the first step to protecting your talent; implement a coaching program tailored to suit your firm’s needs.
How are you developing leaders?
I am intimately familiar with the challenges that come with building, leading, and expanding a practice group and I support my clients to do the same. Whether you are a firm developing future talent, a new partner, a solo practitioner, or a long-time leader, I have the tools and experience to support you to build and motivate a team, grow and expand your client base, develop your team, and expand your leadership skills.
Is your firm addressing attrition?
Many law firms are increasingly turning to coaching programs as a strategic tool to retain talent and strengthen leadership. More and more firms look to coaching as a recruitment, retention, talent management, and leadership development tool. Coaching allows practice group leaders to focus on the work at hand while engaging outside support to mentor, grow, and develop attorneys at all levels.
Has the pandemic increased the need for coaches?
The challenges introduced by the pandemic, such as shifts in work expectations and remote work, have heightened the need for firms to adopt more supportive and engaging practices, making coaching a key part of talent management strategies. Some firms have recognized that associates who started their careers during the pandemic may have missed out on valuable in-person mentorship and development opportunities. As a result, some are implementing coaching specifically for junior lawyers to help fill those gaps and support career growth in this altered work environment.
How can coaching impact firm culture?
Coaching can play a significant role in adapting firm culture to retain top lawyers. According to recent studies, attorneys value more than just compensation—factors like culture, professional development, and support for mental well-being have become essential in retention. Programs offering executive coaching for leadership development can help firm leaders improve their management skills, which in turn fosters a more inclusive and engaged workplace culture. This approach aims to reduce attrition and the high costs associated with hiring and onboarding new talent by enhancing current leaders’ effectiveness and creating better pathways for associate satisfaction and retention.
How can coaching provide a competitive edge?
Overall, coaching initiatives reflect law firms’ growing awareness that strong leadership and a positive firm culture are critical to retaining talent in a highly competitive landscape for legal professionals.
“Everyone needs a coach.”
Bill gates
How it Works
I offer core training programs (details below) for attorneys at all levels as well as flexible coaching options tailored to suit the needs of your firm and the needs of your attorneys.
Available Training Programs:
How to Lawyer (for real): Everything they should have taught us in law school about how to succeed in law.
This program includes six seminars and offers an essential guide to practicing law and mastering skills that are often missed in law school. Designed to empower legal professionals, it enables participants to:
- Identify what may be holding them back from building the practice they truly want—and develop strategies to overcome these obstacles.
- Craft a concrete, actionable plan to create the legal career they’ve envisioned.
- Find powerful mentors who can provide invaluable guidance and insights.
- Develop strong confidence and learn the qualities that define an outstanding lawyer.
- Address and change subtle, self-limiting habits that may hinder growth.
- Shift their mindset to support achieving ambitious goals and stop underestimating their potential.
This program equips attorneys with the knowledge and tools they need to build a successful, fulfilling career in law.
Building Your Legal Practice
A coaching program based upon six seminars designed for mid-level attorneys and new leaders that focuses on practical, high-impact strategies to elevate their careers, build thriving practices, and succeed in leadership roles. The program teaches participants how to:
- Develop a strategy to attract and retain clients
- Create a personal brand to stand out in the legal field
- Focus on delivering value and providing client-focused solutions
- Streamline internal processes and operations for increased profitability
- Enhance business development and client relationship management
- Eliminate time-wasters and focus on high-impact activities
- Build confidence in handling tough discussions with clients, colleagues, and teams
- Prepare for leadership with decision-making and team management strategies
This coaching program offers practical exercises, role-playing, and one-on-one sessions to help participants immediately apply their learnings, build a successful legal practice, and develop essential leadership skills for long-term success.
Leadership Assessment and Training
Is your firm facing challenges in culture, leadership, or operations? A comprehensive leadership assessment and training program is designed to evaluate and enhance key areas of your business, helping you achieve sustainable growth and success.
Through employee interviews, observation, leadership discussions, workflow review, and team analysis, your firm will gain valuable insights and strategies to enhance its culture, strengthen leadership, and improve operational efficiency, setting the foundation for long-term growth and success.
Speaking Engagements
Ready to empower your attorneys to take charge of their careers and drive their own success? Partner with me to host a powerful session led by a recognized leader in the legal profession.
Together, we’ll create an engaging and impactful presentation that delivers practical, actionable strategies to help your attorneys. Topic suggestions and details are available here.
